2013 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
WAYS TO BE INVOLVED:
Alumni Association Board of Directors Openings
The School of Law Alumni Association Board of Directors is seeking nominations from the Mason Law Alumni community to fill potential upcoming openings on the Board for 2013-2014. If you have any questions about the Board, are interested in placing your name on the ballot, or nominating someone else, please contact President Kathryn Dickerson, '99, at lawalum@gmu.edu on or before May 1.
Law Student and Graduate Spring Hiring Program
Looking for spring, summer, or permanent legal help (paid or unpaid)? Then consider using the free services of the the law school's Spring Hiring Season Program to attract law students or graduates. Our career development staff will work with you to advertise your needs and can oversee resume collection and interview scheduling. For further information on participating in this program, contact the Career, Academic and Alumni Services Office at 703-993-8020.
OF NOTE:
Comprehensive Alumni Update Project
Our alumni are on the go and often change emails, jobs, and locations, making it hard to keep up with them. We have contracted with Harris Connect to update contact information for our alumni around the world so that they can keep up-to-date on news and activities from Mason Law. Harris will also help produce a beautiful hardcover publication as we prepare for George Mason Law’s upcoming 35th Anniversary in 2014. The publication will feature an introduction with full color pictures, prominent Mason Law personas and a history of the school. The publication will also include a section for photos and memories from your days at George Mason University School of Law. There is no obligation to purchase the anniversary alumni directory to have your information included or just update us with your current information.
Harris hosts our secure online alumni directory and specializes in alumni publications. Alumni will be contacted—by phone, email and mail—over the next few months to verify and update their contact and career information. We would appreciate your cooperation in updating your contact information. All updates are returned to George Mason University School of Law so that our database remains current.
George Mason University School of Law values your privacy and treats your information in a secure manner. Harris Connect is only collecting information for purposes of the publication and to update the secure online alumni directory. Your information will not be released to any third parties, and you decide whether or not your personal information is published—make your wishes clear to the Harris representative. More detailed information about the project is linked here.
EVENTS:
◊16th ANNUAL JUDICIAL & LEGISLATIVE RECEPTION
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
6:00 To 8:30 p.m.
School of Law, Founders Hall
Arlington, Virginia
The Judicial & Legislative Reception, hosted by the law school and the Law Alumni Association, provides a great opportunity for alumni to gather together and meet with judges, legislators, and attorneys from Virginia and the D.C. metro area. Please plan to attend and enjoy an evening featuring food, music, and wines from several Virginia wineries. Register or purchase tickets online now. The event is generously sponsored by many law firms that support it as platinum, gold, silver, and bronze sponsors. If you are interested in obtaining information about becoming a sponsor, please contact the Alumni Services Office at 703-993-9862 or download the sponsorship form. View a photo gallery of the event
◊VIRGINIA STATE BAR ADMISSION CEREMONY AND BREAKFAST RECEPTION
Monday, June 3, 2013
10 a..m. to noon
Greater Richmond Convention Center
403 North 3rd Street
Richmond, Virginia
The law school is hosting a free breakfast for alumni and their family members prior to the Virginia Bar Admission Ceremony. The breakfast buffet will remain open the entire time, and guests may come and go as they please. Alumni in the area are welcome to stop by and congratulate George Mason’s newest members of the bar. Please RSVP online by May 29th. Contact Dana Fallon in Alumni Services at 703-993-9862 or lawalum@gmu.edu with any questions.
◊RICHMOND ALUMNI HAPPY HOUR
Monday, June 3, 2013
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
2113 Bistro
2113 East Main Street
Richmond, Virginia
The Alumni Association encourages you to gather at 2113 Bistro, housed in a historic tobacco warehouse for its annual Richmond happy hour. Meet colleagues and congratulate those alumni newly admitted to the Virginia State Bar. 2113 Bistro is a unique restaurant that integrates the city's energy with the rich traditions of the region. The Alumni Association is providing appetizers, with a cash bar. Join our hosts for the evening, Justin Ayars ('07), co-owner of 2113 Bistro, Jennifer Lattimore ('05), Bryan Haynes ('98), Bill LeDoux ('05) and Jeremy Williams ('08). Please RSVP online, but last minute guests are welcome.
◊ELECTIONS 2013!!! NEW BOARD MEMBERS ELECTED AT THE LAW ALUMNI ASSOCIATION ANNUAL MEETING
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
6:30 p.m.
The American Tap Room
3101 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, Virginia
All alumni are invited to the 2013 Annual Meeting of the Law Alumni Association. You can meet the current Board of Directors and vote for candidates being proposed for the open seats on the 2013–14 Board of Directors.
Please join us for the very short business meeting and opportunity to socialize with your fellow alumni.
VISITOR PARKING:
Founders Hall Garage: Visitor parking is now open. The rates are set at the prevailing rates for all University visitor garages. Currently the rates are $3/hour with a daily maximum of $14 Monday-Friday. After 5 pm on Fridays and all day on Saturday and Sunday, there is a flat daily rate of $7. Payment methods accepted: cash, coin, Visa/Mastercard, and Founders Hall validations.
Truland Building: Metered parking is available on the surface level (located off Kirkwood Road).
GMU Foundation Building (3434 Washington Blvd): Visitor parking is allowed only with advance permission from Parking Services at all times. One may not park in the GMU leased spaces and pay the hourly rate. The hourly rates apply only to the retail business spaces, such as Quiznos.
Alumni volunteers are needed for the law school’s winter Mock Interview Program, scheduled for January 24 and 25 from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m., and January 26 from 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
This program pairs students with alumni for mock interviews to prepare them for the upcoming spring hiring season. Alumni will be able to select two-hour timeframes during the evening to interview and provide feedback to several students. If you can’t come to campus, interviews may also be conducted at your office. Student often select their interview slots based their interest in a particular employer or practice area.
To volunteer or find out more about the program, please contact lawalum@gmu.edu, Dana Fallon at (703) 993-9862, or Ilissa Belanger at (703) 993-8001 in the Career, Academic and Alumni Services Office.
This is a great opportunity to reconnect with the law school, and see some fellow alums, while really making a difference for Mason Law students just getting started in their professional careers.